Community Safety Alert: Firearms and Ammunition Seized During RCMP Warrant in Yorkton, Saskatchewan
On March 9, 2026, officers with the Saskatchewan RCMP Saskatchewan Enforcement Response Team (SERT), supported by Yorkton RCMP, executed a search warrant at a residential address on Russell Drive in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. During this operation, police seized two firearms, ammunition, and items consistent with drug trafficking activity.
Three adult men from Fort McMurray, Alberta were arrested at the property and now face multiple firearms-related charges under the Criminal Code of Canada. Court appearances for the accused are scheduled in Yorkton Provincial Court later in March 2026 as the investigation by Saskatchewan RCMP’s SERT continues.
Official Incident Details
According to the RCMP, members of Saskatchewan RCMP’s SERT, with assistance from Yorkton RCMP, obtained and executed a search warrant on March 9, 2026, at a residence on Russell Drive in Yorkton, SK. The warrant covered both the home and a vehicle located on the property.
During the search, officers located and seized the following:
- A loaded prohibited firearm
- A non-restricted firearm
- Additional ammunition
- Paraphernalia associated with drug trafficking activity
Three men, all residents of Fort McMurray, Alberta, were arrested at the scene:
- 37-year-old Tyrone Ackerman
- 31-year-old Yahye Mohamed
- 31-year-old Taylor Nardi
Each of the three accused is charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code:
- One count of unauthorized possession of a firearm, Section 91(1)
- One count of possession of a prohibited weapon while knowing possession is unauthorized, Section 92(2)
- One count of possession of a firearm, weapon, device, or ammunition in a motor vehicle, Section 94
- One count of possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition, Section 95(a)
In addition to the above, Tyrone Ackerman faces further charges:
- Four counts of weapons possession contrary to an order, Section 117.01(1), Criminal Code
The RCMP reports the following scheduled court appearances at Yorkton Provincial Court:
- Tyrone Ackerman: March 25, 2026
- Taylor Nardi: March 25, 2026
- Yahye Mohamed: March 30, 2026
The investigation remains active and is being led by Saskatchewan RCMP’s Saskatchewan Enforcement Response Team (SERT).
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, seizures of prohibited and loaded firearms in residential neighbourhoods are a critical public safety concern. The presence of such weapons, combined with drug trafficking paraphernalia, increases the risk of violence, accidental injury, and community harm. Residents of Yorkton can use resources such as the Yorkton Crime Statistics & Safety Report and broader Yorkton-area crime and safety data to better understand local crime patterns and stay informed about emerging risks.
Community members are encouraged to report suspicious activity—such as unusual traffic at a residence, visible weapons, or suspected drug dealing—to local police or Crime Stoppers. While the RCMP has not requested specific public assistance in this case, early reporting of concerning behaviour can help law enforcement intervene before weapons- or drug-related activity escalates. CrimeCanada.ca remains committed to providing timely, data-informed alerts so Saskatchewan residents can make informed decisions to protect themselves, their families, and their neighbourhoods.
Official Source & Community Safety
This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the saskatchewan community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.
Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.